Job Details

Role Number: 200628800-3401

Summary

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Come join Apple’s Global Backbone and Internet peering infrastructure! We're a team of top-tier professionals that maintain and operate one of the world’s largest service provider based backbone to connect all of Apple’s businesses globally. We are growing and building the fastest and most reliable network backbone to meet Apple’s extraordinary scale and unique requirements.

Description

Apple is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their Global Network Services (GNS) team. You will be responsible for maintaining the global backbone and internet peering infrastructure. You are involved in regular network maintenance, migrations, upgrades, and augmentations of the infrastructure that supports both internal and external customers. Additionally, you may occasionally participate in network designs, defining and developing toolings and automations to enable large-scale deployment and operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 + years of network operations and/or network design background

• In-depth experience in TCP/IP (v4 and v6), BGP and MPLS technologies.

• Deep understanding of underlying LAN/WAN technologies and protocols.

• Experience supporting large-scale peering/transit networks, with a sound knowledge of sophisticated traffic engineering and Internet routing policies.

• Hands-on experience with carrier grade routers and operating systems.

• Proficiency in MacOS, Linux, or variations of UNIX.

• Working knowledge of DWDM Optical Transport technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or equivalent preferred

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including confirmed abilities to adapt to multifaceted project environments, while able to lead multiple concurrent projects.

• Extensive troubleshooting methodology and experience in an operational environment.

• Strong software development skills, including Python programming and Ansible/Shell scripting is highly regarded.

• Advanced industry network certifications preferred

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $172,100 and $305,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .